The Gnome’s Hole

Touch the local tradition of Šmarješke Toplice and visit the home of the local gnomes! In the village of Bela Cerkev, there is a cave known as Gnome Hole. In the past, a long tunnel ran under the village, where friendly gnomes lived and helped people with their daily tasks. However, due to a conceited young man, they were forced to leave their home and retreat to the nearby Vinji vrh. One gnome, however, continued to help the villagers, and the tunnel was named after him. This local folklore about gnomes and mysterious tunnels is still alive in the stories of the locals, who invite you to discover the secrets of these magical places.